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Judith Cutler

Bestselling Author • 13 Series • 57 Books

13
Series
57
Books
13
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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Caffy Tyler Books
Start with: Scar Tissue (2004)
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Publication Order of Fran Harman Books
Start with: Come to Harm / Life Sentence (2006)
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Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books
Start with: The Wages of Sin (2020)

About Judith Cutler

Judith Cutler is a published English author of fiction. Born in 1946, she grew up in the Midlands in the Black Country. Cutler particularly likes to use this area and the rich cultural details of where she was born and grew up for her books as a background. She would later relocate to Harborne, a suburb of Birmingham. As a child she would attend Oldbury Grammar School. It was around this time that she first began writing. She would even win a Critical Quarterly prize for a short story. She would read a lot when she was at university but it would be a while until she decided to start writing again. Cutler would not compose more until she had reached her thirties. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Caffy Tyler Books series, Judith Cutler has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Judith Cutler

Publication Order of Caffy Tyler Books
1 books 2004–2004
1

Scar Tissue

Scar Tissue is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Caffy Tyler Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2004
Publication Order of Fran Harman Books
6 books 2006–2015
1

Come to Harm / Life Sentence

Come to Harm / Life Sentence is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fran Harman Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2006
2

Do No Harm / Cold Pursuit

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fran Harman Books with Do No Harm / Cold Pursuit, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2007
3

Still Waters / In Harm's Way

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fran Harman Books with Still Waters / In Harm's Way, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2008
4

No Harm Done / Burying the Past

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fran Harman Books with No Harm Done / Burying the Past, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2012
5

Double Fault / No Harm, No Foul

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Fran Harman Books with Double Fault / No Harm, No Foul, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2014
6

Road to Harm / Green and Pleasant Land

Road to Harm / Green and Pleasant Land is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Fran Harman Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books
6 books 2020–2025
1

The Wages of Sin

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books with The Wages of Sin, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2020
2

Legacy of Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in Legacy of Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2021
3

Death's Long Shadow

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death's Long Shadow as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2021
4

A House Divided

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books with A House Divided, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2022
5

The Dead Hand

A gripping mystery unfolds in The Dead Hand as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2023
6

In at the Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in In at the Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2025
Publication Order of Jane Cowan Books
3 books 2016–2018
1

Head Start

Head Start is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Jane Cowan Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2016
2

Head Count

Head Count continues the Publication Order of Jane Cowan Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2017
3

Head Wound

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Jane Cowan Books with Head Wound, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2018
Publication Order of Jodie Welsh Books
1 books 2014–2014
1

Death in Elysium

A gripping mystery unfolds in Death in Elysium as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Jodie Welsh Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2014
Publication Order of Josie Welford Books
2 books 2005–2006
1

Food Detective

The investigation intensifies in Food Detective, as this installment of the Publication Order of Josie Welford Books series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Judith Cutler's creation.

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2005
2

The Chinese Takeout

The Chinese Takeout continues the Publication Order of Josie Welford Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2006
Publication Order of Kate Power Books
6 books 1998–2003
1

Power On Her Own / Murder the Boys

A gripping mystery unfolds in Power On Her Own / Murder the Boys as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Power Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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1998
2

Staying Power / Murder by the Canal

A gripping mystery unfolds in Staying Power / Murder by the Canal as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Power Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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1999
3

Power Games / Murder by Arson

A gripping mystery unfolds in Power Games / Murder by Arson as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Power Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2000
4

Will Power / Murder by Fraud

A gripping mystery unfolds in Will Power / Murder by Fraud as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Power Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2001
5

Hidden Power / Murder in Devon

A gripping mystery unfolds in Hidden Power / Murder in Devon as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Power Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2002
6

Power Shift / Murder on the Job

A gripping mystery unfolds in Power Shift / Murder on the Job as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Kate Power Books series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2003
Publication Order of Lina Townend Books
7 books 2005–2015
1

Drawing the Line

Drawing the Line continues the Publication Order of Lina Townend Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
2

Silver Guilt

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lina Townend Books with Silver Guilt, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2010
3

Ring of Guilt

Ring of Guilt continues the Publication Order of Lina Townend Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2011
4

Guilty Pleasures

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lina Townend Books with Guilty Pleasures, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2011
5

Guilt Trip

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Lina Townend Books with Guilt Trip, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2012
6

Guilt Edged

Guilt Edged continues the Publication Order of Lina Townend Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2013
7

Guilty as Sin

Guilty as Sin is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Lina Townend Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2015
Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books
10 books 1995–2003
1

Dying Fall

Dying Fall continues the Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
2

Dying to Write

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books with Dying to Write, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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1996
3

Dying on Principle

Dying on Principle continues the Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
4

Dying for Millions

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books with Dying for Millions, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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1997
5

Dying for Power

Dying for Power is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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1998
6

Dying to Score

Dying to Score is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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1999
7

Dying by Degrees

Dying by Degrees continues the Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
8

Dying by the Book

Dying by the Book continues the Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
9

Dying in Discord

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books with Dying in Discord, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2002
10

Dying to Deceive

Dying to Deceive continues the Publication Order of Sophie Rivers Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
Publication Order of Tobias Campion Books
3 books 2007–2015
1

The Keeper of Secrets

The Keeper of Secrets continues the Publication Order of Tobias Campion Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
2

Shadow of the Past

Shadow of the Past is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Tobias Campion Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2008
3

Cheating the Hangman

Cheating the Hangman continues the Publication Order of Tobias Campion Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
3 books 2000–2010
1

Coming Alive

Coming Alive is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2000
2

Head Over Heels

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Head Over Heels, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2001
3

Staging Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in Staging Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Judith Cutler's mastery of suspense.

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2010
Publication Order of The Antique Shop Mysteries Books
6 books 2025–2026
1

The Mystery of the Missing Book

The Mystery of the Missing Book continues the Publication Order of The Antique Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2025
2

The Mystery of the Silver Dish

The Mystery of the Silver Dish is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Antique Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2025
3

The Mystery of the Gold Rings

The Mystery of the Gold Rings is an essential installment in the Publication Order of The Antique Shop Mysteries Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Judith Cutler have come to expect.

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2026
4

The Mystery of the Stolen Snuffbox

The Mystery of the Stolen Snuffbox continues the Publication Order of The Antique Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2026
5

The Mystery of the Village Theatre

The Mystery of the Village Theatre continues the Publication Order of The Antique Shop Mysteries Books story arc with Judith Cutler's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2026
6

The Mystery of the China Horse

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of The Antique Shop Mysteries Books with The Mystery of the China Horse, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2026
Publication Order of Anthologies
3 books 2004–2024
1

The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 5

The investigation intensifies in The World's Finest Mystery and Crime Stories 5, as this installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series takes readers deeper into the criminal underworld of Judith Cutler's creation.

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2004
2

CWA Anthology of Short Stories: Mystery Tour

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with CWA Anthology of Short Stories: Mystery Tour, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2017
3

Midsummer Mysteries Short Stories

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Midsummer Mysteries Short Stories, another outstanding contribution from Judith Cutler.

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2024

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Judith Cutler?

Judith Cutler is a bestselling author known for 13 book series containing over 57 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Caffy Tyler Books, Publication Order of Fran Harman Books, Publication Order of Harriet & Matthew Rowsley Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Judith Cutler series to start with?

For readers new to Judith Cutler's work, the Publication Order of Caffy Tyler Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 1 books. Begin with Scar Tissue to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Judith Cutler written?

Judith Cutler has written over 57 books across 13 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Judith Cutler books in order?

Yes, reading Judith Cutler's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Judith Cutler write in?

Judith Cutler writes primarily in fiction. With 13 series across 57 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Judith Cutler's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Judith Cutler's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Judith Cutler's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Judith Cutler's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Caffy Tyler Books series. The first book, Scar Tissue, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.